: Jan learns she is being fired and has a public breakdown during Karen's interview, further straining her relationship with Michael.

The central plot follows Michael, Jim, and Karen to New York for final interviews for a Corporate position—which they soon discover is Jan Levinson's job.

: During his interview with David Wallace, Jim finds a "gold medal" yogurt lid and a supportive note from Pam tucked into his folder. This reminder of their shared history prompts him to withdraw from consideration and drive back to Scranton immediately.